The December 7th edition of Time magazine features an article entitled "The Decade from Hell." Though this appears harsh, the article supports it's argument with factual series of critical happenings: the horrifying 9/11 tragedy, a controversial presidential election between Bush & Gore (remember hanging chads???), the deadly tsunami in Asia, many, many bombings in the middle east, mad-cow disease, a climbing death toll of U.S military troops in Iraq, hurricane Katrina, steroid use in baseball, Virginia Tech shootings, the worst dow decline since 1931, Chrysler & General Motors declaring bankruptcy, swine flu and much more.I knew much of America's troubles, along with international shortcomings, but this article was a naked reminder. Drinking them in at once wasn't at all pleasant, but I believe it's an important read.
It's mind-blowing to think how far we as a nation have come, mistakes and successes included. A writer I know did not fret the "hellish decade" article. Instead, he stated, "they say every decade is the worst one ever. They'll probably do it again in 2019." So, is this article an embellishment, another block to add to the staggering tower of economy woes and plummeting job-market charts?
Some complain the actual events were bad enough without being sensationalized by human nature. But hey, crap HAPPENED. Our nation, even with its hard hits, has much to be thankful for. Hopefully, we can learn from foolish choices and emerge wiser, stronger and more prepared.
Disasters and wars have, in fact, increased exponentially over the last century or so. There are plenty of independent groups out there tracking this and reporting on it. As the Bible explains, all of creation is groaning (Romans 8:22). One day soon, Christ will return. Without trying to sound like a right-wing lunatic, Christians must recognize that the increase of natural disasters and war are an indication that we need to get busy and start reaping the harvest in the fields because the days of harvest are numbered. Tick tock!
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